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WK59 WKL

2009 Saab 9-3

Black Diesel 1910cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,599 mi
Last recorded123,599 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 Saab 9-379,194 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK59 WKL
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,910cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2023 123,599 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 115,444 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 111,271 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2021 111,262 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2020 104,386 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Fail 11 Jul 2020 104,386 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 96,061 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 96,061 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 89,939 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 85,801 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 77,269 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 67,196 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 58,109 miles

All tyre valves perished

Both rear tyres cracked in tread grooves

Exhaust emmisions too clean to be measured by equiptment.

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Sep 2013 54,479 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 43,536 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 43,536 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?

Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
6,682
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
155,316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75,543
coil spring broken 47,423
position lamp(s) not working 38,332
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,513
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WK59 WKL is a 2009 Saab 9-3 in Black with a 1,910cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 79,194 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WK59 WKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 17 years old, this Saab 9-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WK59 WKL registered?

WK59 WKL is a 2009 Saab 9-3, first registered on 26 September 2009.

Is WK59 WKL safe to buy?

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